Yumberry Pomegranate Spritzer
The Yumberry Pomegranate Spritzer is a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage that combines the sweet, tangy flavor of yumberries (yangmei) with the tart, jewel-toned juice of pomegranates, often topped with sparkling water for effervescence. It's a popular modern drink in East Asia, particularly in China, where both fruits are native and celebrated for their flavor and health benefits.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This spritzer is naturally low in fat and protein but can be moderate in carbohydrates, primarily from the natural sugars in the fruit juices. It provides a good source of antioxidants, particularly vitamin C and polyphenols from both yumberries and pomegranates, with a rough calorie ballpark of 80-120 calories per serving, depending on sweetness.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 90 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5 mcg |
| Folate | 15 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Iron | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a modern fusion drink that highlights two ancient, revered fruits in Chinese cuisine—yumberries, a seasonal summer delicacy, and pomegranates, a symbol of abundance and fertility. Nutritionally, it's unique for its exceptionally high antioxidant content, which may offer benefits for heart health and reducing inflammation.
